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idratherbereading542's review against another edition
4.0
In Deeper Than Midnight, we are finally given the chance to dive inside Hunter's mind. Hunter is a character I've been really intrigued by ever since he was introduced in Nikolai and Renata's book, Veil of Midnight. He's very different from the others in that he has never lived a normal life. He's always been a hunter, a warrior, and most of all a killer. But he's not all bad by any means, and I was so curious about him and what kind of female would cause him to soften and to feel in general.
We were introduced to Corinne in Brock's book. She was one of the breedmates that had the misfortune of being kidnapped by Dragos in order to breed with the Ancient to create an army of Gen One warriors - or "hunters", hence Hunter's self-given name. I liked her. I thought that she was a very strong heroine who, despite her situation, pushed through. Although perhaps not physically strong, it's clear that she is a very strong person to have endured everything she did over a shocking amount of years.
I really enjoyed this story. It's not my favorite Midnight Breed, but it's up there. It could just be because I've been away from the Midnight Breed world for awhile and it was nice to jump back in there. But, I thought that the romance was done really well and realistically, given both of their situations. Hunter has this really romantic side to him that might seem a little rigid, but for him is so very sweet. It was so nice to see that
But what really made this book for me is that I could truly see why Corinne and Hunter would end up together. They both went through a long period of being captured against their will, and they can sympathize with each other in that aspect. Along the same lines they are both survivors. They both do what needs to be done to protect themselves and those they care about. So I found that despite them originally seeming so different, they ended up being way more alike than I could've imagined, and absolutely perfect for each other.
Overall, this was a great Midnight Breed novel. It was nice to finally get Hunter's story. I think it could've done with a little bit more action. Lara Adrian writes fantastic action scenes and I missed that a bit in this one. Although there was some, it wasn't nearly as action packed as the previous books. Now I just can't wait to finally get Chase's story! He has been in need of some lovin' for a LONG while! :]
We were introduced to Corinne in Brock's book. She was one of the breedmates that had the misfortune of being kidnapped by Dragos in order to breed with the Ancient to create an army of Gen One warriors - or "hunters", hence Hunter's self-given name. I liked her. I thought that she was a very strong heroine who, despite her situation, pushed through. Although perhaps not physically strong, it's clear that she is a very strong person to have endured everything she did over a shocking amount of years.
I really enjoyed this story. It's not my favorite Midnight Breed, but it's up there. It could just be because I've been away from the Midnight Breed world for awhile and it was nice to jump back in there. But, I thought that the romance was done really well and realistically, given both of their situations. Hunter has this really romantic side to him that might seem a little rigid, but for him is so very sweet. It was so nice to see that
But what really made this book for me is that I could truly see why Corinne and Hunter would end up together. They both went through a long period of being captured against their will, and they can sympathize with each other in that aspect. Along the same lines they are both survivors. They both do what needs to be done to protect themselves and those they care about. So I found that despite them originally seeming so different, they ended up being way more alike than I could've imagined, and absolutely perfect for each other.
Overall, this was a great Midnight Breed novel. It was nice to finally get Hunter's story. I think it could've done with a little bit more action. Lara Adrian writes fantastic action scenes and I missed that a bit in this one. Although there was some, it wasn't nearly as action packed as the previous books. Now I just can't wait to finally get Chase's story! He has been in need of some lovin' for a LONG while! :]
lmrivas54's review
4.0
I just finished this book today and it was fantastic, one of the best in the series IMO. I totally loved seeing Hunter wake up to life and love. And it was totally logical for me that he would be such a tender, considerate and honorable guy. Had a great time until I learned that the next one comes in January, argh! Not fair!
The action in the book was so suspenseful that it had me skimming pages forward to find out what happened or have a heart attack from the suspense LOL.
The action in the book was so suspenseful that it had me skimming pages forward to find out what happened or have a heart attack from the suspense LOL.
peytonm's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. Maybe I wasn't in the mood for a vampire romance (or "Breed" or whatever), but this book kind of got on my nerves in a very standard romance novel kind of way. Too many obvious reintros of this awesome warrior and his mate and THIS awesome warrior and HIS mate etc. etc. I get it, they already had their own book. The hero was ok but the heroine's whole situation rubbed me the wrong way. Tortured, raped, and isolated for 75 years... I didn't really want to read about that :( So yeah, I skipped half the book due to boredom and just wanting to get to the end. You know it's bad when your favorite part is the book being over. OOPSIES.
heabooknerd's review against another edition
3.0
DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT wasn't one of my favorites for the series in terms of the relationship side of the story, but it did progress a lot of the overarching story line and I enjoyed that part. Things are getting more and more serious in the battle against Dragos and this one really went out on a bang that I can't wait to see the results of in the next book. There's also a lot of development in Chase's storyline as a side character. He's spiraling more and more into anger, depression, and bloodlust and a lot of that painful journey is seen in DEEPER THAN MIDNIGHT.
As for the relationship, I did like the idea of Corinne and Hunter together because they're both damaged people looking to find their footing in an uncertain world. Despite Hunter's brutal upbringing, he's a natural protector and the perfect person to keep Corinne safe. However, his stoic and emotionless demeanor made it really hard to latch onto his character outside the surface level person we've been presented with up to this point. Hunter still felt like a side character, in terms of development and interest, even in his own story. Additionally Corinne felt a bit one dimensional as well and while I felt like her personality was stronger she still felt very surface level.
Content Warning: Corinne was kidnapped, tortured, raped, and experimented on for decades; references to forced childbirth
As for the relationship, I did like the idea of Corinne and Hunter together because they're both damaged people looking to find their footing in an uncertain world. Despite Hunter's brutal upbringing, he's a natural protector and the perfect person to keep Corinne safe. However, his stoic and emotionless demeanor made it really hard to latch onto his character outside the surface level person we've been presented with up to this point. Hunter still felt like a side character, in terms of development and interest, even in his own story. Additionally Corinne felt a bit one dimensional as well and while I felt like her personality was stronger she still felt very surface level.
Content Warning: Corinne was kidnapped, tortured, raped, and experimented on for decades; references to forced childbirth
anits12's review against another edition
3.0
More like a bridging book. I was really looking forward to a good Hunter;s story, but was disappointed.
tuttidolci's review against another edition
2.0
Disappointing. I had high expectations for Hunter's story and I'm sad to say that it didn't live up to the hype. That being said, the book doesn't go without merit. There were things that took place which set wheels in motion for a number of future outcomes (read: books). But, to ME, this story felt akin to a book in another UBER FAMOUS brotherhood-vampire warriors-romance series that also left many of its readers bummed by its lack of development in the personal aspect in favor of development of the series as a whole.
trudyd's review against another edition
4.0
There is nothing better than sticking it to Dragos. Hunter does that by falling for Corrine and taking steps to destroy Dragos but crushing those that help him.
annieij's review against another edition
5.0
This one is by far my favourite book in the series. I was squealing and clapping like a proper pillock on all of the Hunter and Corinne scenes.
'Hunter, say "Hello"'
'Hunter, say "Hello"'
irasandra's review against another edition
5.0
Another fantastic book by Lara Adrian. I love the Midnight Breed Series! Well done again!